Just like counting the rings on a tree trunk, you can usually use color to measure the age of an appliance. As the years pass, so do the in-fashion colors of appliances like ovens, toasters and lamps. Nothing says 1970 like an avocado fridge, right?

The good news is most of your tell-tale older appliances can be transformed with a healthy coat of spray paint. Just check out these 10 projects from around the web. Who knew a $6 bottle could do so much?

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Table Fan It might look vintage, but this fan was brand new, just not the right shade. A coat of spray paint from Casey of Vitamini Handmade made it over into a soft blue.

Ceiling Fan Faux wood veneer and brass fittings on a fan don't have to be a deal breaker. Pretty Handy Girl shows you how its done.

CFL Bulbs Dingy white and printed writing getting in the way of your industrial fixture? Paint the bulb! Totally safe since it doesn't give off heat.

ChandeliersThis post from the Apartment Therapy archives shows off a bunch of colorful makeovers.

Pendant Lamps The always-affordable IKEA can have a limited color selection, but a can of spray paint is a game changer, as you can see with this colorful array of pendants from Remodelista.

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Table Lamps Brass lamps are an inexpensive yard sale staple and can be totally transformed with a bright coat of paint and new base, like in this post from Vixen Made.

Porch LightThis Old House uses a textured paint to remake this outdoor light fixture...